What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS ESH Licensed Practical Nurse 2 position at State of Washington?
Join our team at Eastern State Hospital, where we offer a variety of shift work opportunities for Licensed Practical Nurses. Your role is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with behavioral health issues, helping them on their journey to recovery.
At Eastern State Hospital, we value your compassion and expertise in supporting our patients. With the right skilled nursing staff, our clients can become stronger and more independent. We provide outstanding benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive work environment.
Evening and night shift LPNs receive a $2.50 per hour shift differential on top of their base pay, starting at Step L. Additionally, those working on-site at least three days a week may qualify for an extra 5% premium pay.
Join us today—apply your skills to partner with individuals, providing the support, care, and resources they need to shape their own lives!
Some of what you will do:
- Provide patient care and ensure the safety of individuals experiencing behavioral health issues
- Exchange important clinical information during shift changes
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
- Complete medication orders and maintain electronic documentation in Pyxis
- Implement security policies and procedures
- Educate patients on their care and treatment
- Assist with moving and transferring patients, de-escalate situations, and escort or transport patients as needed
What we're looking for:
A valid Washington State practical nurse license, or the ability to obtain one before employment. Want to know more about Eastern State Hospital? Click on the videos below to meet staff, take a tour, and explore your career. To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.
Want to know more about Eastern State Hospital? Click on the videos below to meet staff, take a tour, and explore your career. To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.
Interested?
Apply today. Choose your available shifts under the Supplemental Question section. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.
Questions? Please contact sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov OR call Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725-5810 and reference job number 00353.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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